Colorado Springs Switchbacks Evaluate Tactical Shift Amidst Scoring Woes
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks are considering tactical adjustments as their season concludes, having recently shifted to a "double nine" formation from a "single nine" setup. While this change has strengthened their defense, the team has struggled to score goals in…
Colorado Springs Pueblo, CO, October 9, 2026 — The Colorado Springs Switchbacks are at a critical juncture in their season, weighing significant tactical decisions as the regular season nears its end. The team recently transitioned from a “single nine” offensive setup to a “double nine” formation. This strategic alteration, according to reports, has demonstrably bolstered the team’s defensive capabilities.
However, the shift has coincided with a noticeable decline in offensive output. In their last three matches, the Switchbacks have struggled to find the back of the net. This scoring drought presents a challenge for head coach Alan McCann as he prepares the team for the final stretch of the season.
Coach McCann is reportedly evaluating the effectiveness of the new “double nine” formation in light of these offensive struggles. The dilemma lies in whether to maintain the defensively sound but offensively challenged system for the remaining three games of the regular season, or to revert to their previous strategy in hopes of reigniting their scoring touch. The decision could significantly impact the team’s performance and standing as they approach the season’s conclusion.
The team’s performance in these final games will be closely watched as they aim to finish the regular season on a strong note, with the coach’s tactical choices at the forefront of the team’s immediate future.
Story summarized from the original created by Hugh Johnson on gazette.com, see more information here.
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